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At Kongsberg Defence Australia (KDAu), we are proud to be building sovereign capability right here in Australia. Join us to be part of part of a something meaningful, playing an essential role in delivering mission-critical projects and advanced defence systems in close collaboration with our global colleagues and local industry partners.
 
Join our team at the Kongsberg Missile Facility (KMF) in Newcastle, a state-of-the-art manufacturing and integration site purpose-built to deliver cutting-edge missile systems to the Australian Defence Force. This facility represents a significant milestone in Australia’s sovereign defence capability and offers the chance to work on projects that have national impact.
  
What makes KMF unique:

• Australia’s first purpose-built missile manufacturing facility.
• Hands-on involvement in end-to-end production, from assembly to testing.
• Opportunities to work closely with global Kongsberg teams and advanced technology partners.

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll operate both independently and as part of a high performing team, taking real ownership of manufacturing outcomes. 

You'll work closely with production, technicians, engineering, quality and configuration teams to ensure production targets are achieved without compromising quality. 

About the role:
Under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer will support manufacture and maintenance of Naval Strike Missiles and Joint Strike Missiles by:

• Executing daily production support activities.
• Demonstrating local technical ownership of selected manufacturing processes.
• Applying global routings and instructions and developing local rework / repair routings.
• Providing practical Design For Manufacture feedback.
• Developing and maintaining work instructions, procedures and production documentation.
• Participating in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities.
• Operating, maintaining, calibrating  and troubleshooting Special Tools and Test Equipment.
• Developing, processing and dispositioning Non Conformance records.
• Supporting the design engineering team with creation of manufacturing artifacts (for example a manufacturing BOM from an engineering BOM).
• Supporting supply chain improvements and supplier uplift, including support of manufactured items sourced through local industry with associated FAI and NC tasks.
• Supporting CAPEX assessments and qualification of new equipment and processes.
• Driving shop floor improvements and reporting insights.
• Leading cross-functional manufacturing engineering activities, including Production Readiness Review and First Article Inspection activities.

What you will bring:

• A Bachelors degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronic Engineering. 
• Experience working in quality-controlled environment (ISO9001 or  AS9100). 
• Exposure to design and/or manufacturing of complex assemblies and sub assemblies (aerospace, defence or similar industries). 
• Strong problem solving skills and a hands on approach to improving processes. 

 Mandatory Requirements:  

• Must be able to access information controlled under the US International Traffic of Arms Regulations (ITAR). 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian security clearance.  

Why Join Us:
We are committed to being an employer of choice. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) offers industry-leading benefits including:

• Generous paid parental leave (26 weeks primary carer / 4 weeks secondary carer)
• 5 weeks annual leave and additional leave options.
• Above-superannuation guarantee employer contribution.
• Access to the WhereFit program, providing exclusive discounts on health, fitness, wellbeing, and lifestyle services.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and career pathways.

For more information or to have a confidential discussion please contact us at kdauhr@kongsberg.com.

Close date: 13 May 2026

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